HB Mag Health Research Team
You have probably seen the headlines. Aluminium in deodorant causes cancer. It blocks your pores. It is dangerous. You might be standing in the store aisle right now wondering if you need to switch. The short answer is this: based on the best evidence we have as of 2026, aluminium in antiperspirants is not proven … Read more
Copper turns dark, green, or brown because of oxidation — a reaction with air and moisture. The most direct way to stop this is to apply a protective coating or wax that seals the metal from the environment. A clear lacquer, a specialized metal wax, or even carnauba wax forms a barrier that prevents oxygen … Read more
Thermolysis destroys hair follicles by delivering a burst of high-frequency electrical energy directly into the follicle, which generates intense heat that coagulates the surrounding tissue. This heat, typically reaching around 80°C, denatures proteins and destroys the dermal papilla and germinative cells responsible for hair regrowth. Unlike electrolysis, which uses chemical reactions, thermolysis relies purely on … Read more
When diarrhea hits, your body is flushing out fluids and nutrients faster than normal. The fastest way to settle your stomach is to eat bland, starchy foods that are easy to digest. The best foods to stop diarrhea fast are the BRAT diet items: bananas, white rice, applesauce, and plain toast. These foods give your … Read more
Yes, cream cheese does contain lactose, but it has much less than milk or yogurt. A typical tablespoon of cream cheese has less than one gram of lactose. Many people with lactose intolerance can eat small amounts without issues. The exact amount varies by brand and type. How Much Lactose Is in Cream Cheese? The … Read more
You can find MTHFR variants in your 23andMe raw data by downloading the text file from your account, opening it in a text editor or spreadsheet program, and searching for the specific gene names “MTHFR” or the rsIDs rs1801133 and rs1801131. The raw data file contains your genotype at hundreds of thousands of positions, and … Read more
If your throat is raw and sore, the last thing you probably want is spicy food. That instinct is correct for most people. Spicy foods like chili peppers and hot sauce do not help a sore throat. In fact, they usually make the pain worse by irritating already inflamed tissue. While there is a popular … Read more
A throbbing sensation in your abdomen can be unsettling. It often feels like a heartbeat or a pulsing pressure deep inside your belly. In most cases, this is simply your abdominal aorta — the main artery carrying blood from your heart to your lower body — and it is perfectly normal to feel it pulse, … Read more
Making probiotic suppositories at home is possible, but it requires careful attention to cleanliness and the right ingredients. The safest method involves using a silicone mold, powdered probiotics, and a shelf-stable oil like cocoa butter or coconut oil. You must work in a clean space and refrigerate the finished suppositories to prevent bacterial growth. This … Read more
If your back hurts from scoliosis, the first thing to know is that pain is not inevitable. Most adults with scoliosis do not have chronic pain. But when pain does show up, it usually comes from the muscles and joints working harder to keep you upright. The most effective response is targeted physical therapy, not … Read more